She said Madam Soh did not want to try card-making at first but became interested after seeing her family do it. Now the retiree busies herself at home with activities ranging from doing jigsaw puzzles to making cards.

Miss Chia said: "She said it is fun. We earned some money at (a previous) art market, and she was happy. She told us she could go and buy some dye to dye her hair dark brown."

Madam Soh told TNP that she loves making cards, baking and watching TV.

She said: "They help me be more alert and allow my brain to function better."